Will I need to do CET in contact lenses?
Optometrists currently have no requirement to take part in contact lens CET in order to fit contact lenses although it’s desirable to do so.
Contact lens opticians must gain a minimum of 18 contact lens CET points within a three-year cycle in order to register a contact lens specialty.
Under General Optical Council proposals all practitioners may soon need to demonstrate competencies within their scope of practice and undertake appropriate CET.
Medical practitioners have their own scheme for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Click here to find out about the principles and requirements of the General Optical Council continuing education and training
To view your CET record and manage your points, visit www.cetoptics.com
The BCLA runs a series of lectures and workshops throughout the year where CET and CL CET can be obtained. For members these CET events are Free of charge and members receive a substantial discount on the annual Clinical Conference.
To find out more about Free CET events and CET-approved hands-on workshops click here.
